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- See:
- pull
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| definition 1: |
to cause (troops) to retreat from an area.
The forces were pulled back after four days of intense fighting. |
| definition 2: |
to retract one's decision with regard to an action (usu. fol. by "from").
The President pulled back from supporting the senator's campaign. |
| definition 3: |
to physically withdraw oneself from (someone who is touching or holding one).
She pulled back from him when he grabbed her. |
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